Rocuvers 200 mg/2 mL Solution for injection
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Routine and immediate reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium or vecuronium.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 4 mg/kg for profound blockade, 2 mg/kg for shallow blockade, 16 mg/kg for immediate reversal at 3 mins.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3 mins, Duration: varies by dose.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
- Obese patients
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy not established; caution advised in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Toremifene
- Fusidic acid
- Hormonal contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to sugammadex or excipients
Common side effects
- Cough
- Dysgeusia
- Headache
- Marked bradycardia
Counselling Points
- Monitor for signs of recurrence of neuromuscular blockade.
- Ventilatory support may be required post-reversal.
- Inform about potential hypersensitivity reactions.
Serious warnings
- Risk of recurrence of neuromuscular blockade
- Marked bradycardia observed
- Not for use with depolarising NMBA
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